Shower blockages build up gradually in Sydney homes, making it easy to ignore until water stops draining properly. The most common causes include:
- Hair accumulating and forming stubborn clumps
- Soap scum sticking to pipe walls, trapping debris
- Hard water deposits restricting water flow
- Foreign objects like small toiletries accidentally washed down the drain
If your shower is draining slower than usual, our professional plumbers in Sydney can clear the blockage before it worsens.
Can I fix my blocked shower myself?
If you’re dealing with a minor blockage, there are a few simple DIY methods you can try before calling a plumber. Here are some tips to clear a blocked shower drain:
- Plunger: Use a small plunger to create a vacuum and dislodge clogs caused by hair or soap scum. Make sure to use firm, quick plunges.
- Baking Soda and Vinegar: Pour ½ cup of baking soda into the drain, followed by ½ cup of vinegar. Let it sit for about 15 minutes and then flush with hot water to clear debris.
- Boiling Water: Boil a kettle of water and carefully pour it down the drain to loosen any soap scum or grease that might be clogging the pipes.
- Drain Snake or Auger: If you have one, a drain snake can be inserted into the drain to pull out hair or other debris causing the blockage.
- Chemical Drain Cleaners: For tougher blockages, you may want to use a chemical drain cleaner. These cleaners break down soap scum, grease, and hair in the drain.
